US Bridges

HWY Main ST over Water Lees River

Good

Bristol County, Massachusetts · At JCT Gardners Neck · Structure no. S35023A69MUNNBI

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,393
2023 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Main ST over Water Lees River is a concrete culvert carrying HWY Main ST over Water Lees River in Bristol County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 years old, younger than the Massachusetts average of 63.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 6,393 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,972 by 2033. The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesHWY Main ST
CrossesWater Lees River
LocationAt JCT Gardners Neck
Coordinates41.74928, -71.195
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating53.6 US tons
Inventory rating46.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.2 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,393 (2023)
Projected traffic17,972 by 2033
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$490,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Main ST over Water Lees River built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Main ST over Water Lees River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Main ST over Water Lees River carry?

About 6,393 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is HWY Main ST over Water Lees River?

The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m).

Who owns HWY Main ST over Water Lees River?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.